Reading- In reading, we are focused on finding main ideas and details in a nonfiction text. Students use the formula “Who + What” to determine the main idea of a paragraph or article. Students are also learning that details are “clues” that support the main idea.
Writing- In writing, students are working on their information stories. Students have selected a topic, created a table of contents, built and outline, and are now developing chapters. Each chapter should include text features and 5-6 paragraphs related to the chapter idea. Math: In math we are wrapping up our multiplication and division unit. We will begin to explore fractions next week. Social Studies: In Social Studies, we are exploring similar characteristics between the Pilgrims and Puritans. We will also begin to discuss the events that led to the Revolutionary War.
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Reading- In reading, we have started our nonfiction unit. Students are focused on reading to learn. We currently are exploring nonfiction text features. Students will be able to identify and use a glossary, bold print, table of contents, headings, captions, photographs, labels, index, and charts.
Writing- In writing, students are working hard to complete their persuasive essays. Students have learned that a persuasive essay includes an introduction, three supporting paragraphs and a conclusion. Students are beginning to type their final copies! Math- In math, we have started our multiplication unit. Students have learned the following strategies to help solve equations: skip counting, repeated addition, decomposing larger equations, and building arrays. We have explored the following facts: 0s, 1s, 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, and 10s. We will begin to explore the 6 and 7 facts. Science- In science, we are continuing to explore the strategies of the water cycle. Reading- We will continue to work on our Mystery unit. Students will learn the terms: problem detective, traits, motive, witness, clue, red herring, and culprit. Students will be given a new mystery book and a case file. They will take on the detective role.
Writing- In writing this week, we are working on expanding our reasons in our persuasive essays. Students have learned that each reason will become a paragraph of 4-6 cohesive sentences Math- In math, we will begin our Big Dinner Unit. Students will learn to double and add on to amounts to reach a total. Science- In science this week, we are learning and exploring the stages of the water cycle. Reading- In reading this week, we are continuing to explore our mystery unit. Students are creating a timeline of events as they progress through their mystery books. We are checking our timelines to make sure each chapter event connects. Once the timeline is complete, students will write a retell for the story.
Writing- In writing, we are continuing to work on our persuasive essays. Students are in the process of writing “flash drafts.” This week, students are writing a thesis statement and 3 supporting reasons. Math- In math, we will enter our multiplication unit. Students will learn to represent multiplication as equal groups, arrays, and repeated addition sentences. Science- In science, we will continue to collect data on weather. We will also move into the stages of the water cycle. Reading- This week in reading we started our Mystery Unit. Students selected a Mystery book of interest in their “Just Right” reading levels. We will begin the unit by discussing the components of a mystery book. We will focus on identifying the detectives and problem of the story.
Writing- In writing this week, we kicked off our persuasive writing unit. Students were introduced to the idea of having an opinion and supporting it with reasons. Students are brainstorming persuasive writing ideas and will begin to write a thesis statement. Math- In math, we will explore the associative property of addition. We will also discuss adding and subtracting with variables. We will end the unit by exploring word problems with more than 3 addends. We will take our unit 2 assessment on Friday. Science- In science, we will discuss the difference between weather and climate. Students will become familiar with the terms: weather, forecast, meteorologist and temperature. We will become weather watchers and track the forecast for the next ten days. Reading: This week in reading, we will also discuss context clues. Context clues are supporting words or phrases in a sentence, that help the reader determine the meaning of an unknown word.
Writing: In writing, we will begin to publish our final copies of our personal narrative. Students are using the editing process to spruce up their work for publishing. Math: In math this week, we will explore word problems. We will discuss part-part-whole, change and deposit boxes, and evaluate number stories using diagrams. A big focus this week will be for students to determine key vocabulary in a word problem (total, sum, difference, fewer, etc.). Social Studies: In social studies, we will discuss and research the impact weather and the environment had on the Wampanoag’s. Reading- This week in reading, we will continue to build our reading life. Students will practice the reading comprehension skill of retelling. Students should recognize that a retell consists of 5 parts: Characters, Setting, Problem, Sequence, and Solution. It is very important that students are familiar with an oral and written retell. We will discuss and practice reading for “Grit.” Grit is when readers have a willingness to do well and persevere, even when things are hard. We will end the week by discussing and trying different strategies to solve tricky or unfamiliar words.
Writing- We are continuing to work on our personal narratives. This week we will practice writing strong conclusions. Students will be introduced to the editing process. Math- We will begin the week by exploring extension facts. Extension facts allow us to identify and use common addition and subtraction facts to solve difficult problems (Ex: 7 + 2= 9 So, 70 + 20= 90 or 7 + 7 = 14 So, 7 + 37 = 44). We will also explore in and out tables. Social Studies- Students will begin a Wampanoag research project. The main questions students will explore are: What was Wampanoag life like before the Europeans? And How do environment, climate, and natural resources impact the Wampanoag way of life? Reading- In reading this week, we will practice writing a five-finger retell. A five-finger retell includes: characters, setting, problem, sequence (beginning, middle, end) and solution. Students should practice giving a five-finger retell at home after reading. Retells should be written in complete sentences.
Writing- In writing, we are working on adding dialogue to our personal narratives. Students will learn to include speaker tags in the beginning, middle, and end of a quote. In addition, students will learn the correct placement of punctuation. Math- In math, we are working on determining a missing addend (27 + A= 59 A=32). We will also explore making and creating fact families. Social Studies- We will continue to learn about the lifestyle of the Wampanoags and begin a research project. Important Note: 3rd Grade teachers are attending professional development on 10/2 and 10/4 for math and science. I will not be with your child on Wednesday and Friday. Picture Day is Friday, September 27th!
Reading: In reading this week, we will discuss making predictions. Students will practice making predictions based on details and prior knowledge. We will also discuss summarizing the "BIG" parts of a book. This can be a challenging skill for many students. I encourage your to practice it at home. Writing: In writing, we will continue to explore personal narratives. Students are learning to add quotes, write like a "storyteller, and elaborate. We are learning to write "seed" stories that share a small moment in great detail. Math: In math, we will continue to practice adding and subtracting money from a given value. We will also explore different types of patterns and finding the "rule." We will complete our unit 1 assessment on Friday. Social Studies: In Social Studies, students will be introduced to the Wampanoags. Students will learn about the land available to the Wampanoag's in Massachusetts. Reading: This week in reading, we will zoom in on comprehension strategies. The strategies will focus on character traits, setting and making predictions. Great questions to ask your child at home include: 1. Who is the main character? 2. Where is the character now? 3. What is the character doing? 4. Where is the character going? 5. What just happened? 6. What do you think will happen next, based on what has happened? Continue to have your student monitor their comprehension at home.
Writing: We will continue to work on personal narratives. Students have selected a “seed idea” that we will begin to develop. Math: In math this week, we will explore adding and subtracting on an open number line. We will end the week by counting and adding money in dollars and cents. Many of Unit 1 and 2 skills are a review from second grade. Your student should feel confident in these skills. Social Studies: This week we will begin our Social Studies curriculum. The primary focus of Unit 1 is Massachusetts. We will identify and explore the Massachusetts State Symbols. We will end the week by discussing the Wampanoag and Indigenous People. |
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